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Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
The right's pro-life hypocrisy: Pregnant women face harm in ICE custody
Cary López Alvarado should have been resting. One week from her due date, she should have been counting down the days with equal parts exhaustion and joy. Instead, on June 8, she was shoved to the ground and shackled in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid in Hawthorne. A U.S. citizen, nine months pregnant, she was held for nearly eight hours before being hospitalized with stomach pain. ICE agents alleged she was obstructing their access to two undocumented immigrants in a public parking lot, one of them her boyfriend. There's a quiet violence in how ordinary this has become. A technical violation — no threat to public safety, no criminal record otherwise — somehow became enough to justify brute force. López Alvarado's story joins others: pregnant women pulled from cars, cuffed on asphalt and pushed onto the ground. These moments don't just reflect a lack of trauma-informed training among agents who could have made a conscious choice to de-escalate the situation, they suggest something more deliberate: the rescission of ICE's own 2021 11032.4 directive, meant to shield pregnant people from exactly this kind of harm. What frustrates me most, however, is a deeper hypocrisy in the moral fabric of the political right, especially those who claim to be 'pro-life.' I am disappointed in their severely myopic definition of the phrase, their selective drawing from conservative theology to protect only the fetuses deemed to be future children of white American citizens, while permitting violence to mothers and children who do not visually check said boxes. To be pro-life means to stand for the right to life; it is a conviction in the inherent dignity and consistent worth of all human beings. It means advocating for lives of safety: in immigration, in our daily lives and, most directly for me, as a medical student and future physician, in health care. An unborn child's worth should not disappear the moment their mother enters a detention center or is perceived by ICE as potentially undocumented. During President Donald Trump's first term, the detention of pregnant women rose by 52% after an Obama-era policy that generally directed immigration officials to release pregnant women from federal custody was rolled back. Advocacy groups have long documented the inadequate medical care and dangerous conditions faced by detained women, leading to irreversible psychological trauma, physical harm and even miscarriages. Perinatal mood disorders, such as maternal depression, have been linked to hypertension, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. For pregnant undocumented women, who already have baseline trauma from arduous immigration journeys where rape and disease are common, incarceration and the constant fear of deportation can serve as powerful stressors, contributing to a heightened risk of cardiovascular complications and, possibly, premature births. Along the border, immigration holding cells, colloquially referred to by migrants as hieleras or 'freezers,' often lack basic sleeping accommodations, showers and hygienic products like soap. Migrants spend up to several nights in congested quarters where infections spread quickly. For these women, it seems that their lives — and the lives of their children — are conditional. I chose to become a physician because there is relief in knowing the field of medicine endures on treating every human, regardless of their their past, politics or papers. Illness and death are universal, and in their universality, there is fairness. This vulnerability connects us far more than our ideologies divide us: I may never know whether my patient voted to build a wall or supported LBGTQ+ rights, and I also do not wish to know. What I owe, to myself and others, is to defend life with integrity. When advocacy on behalf of a patient falls short, the opposing party must be held accountable — whether it's myself, a colleague or a politician. López Alvarado ended up giving birth to a healthy baby girl, and the family has set up a GoFundMe to help cover medical costs and child care. Her boyfriend remains in detention out of state, unable to help with raising the child. Clarity doesn't come from choosing sides — it comes from choosing people. In every room, the fundamental respect of personhood — not politics — must lead. We are bound to complex social systems where race, socioeconomics and sex will always be relevant. Life does not begin and end in a womb. It is lived along borders where families are being torn apart; in mothers who have miscarried in detainment centers whose prayers say: 'When I die, bury me in comfy clothes and make sure my shoes are tied tight, because I have a long overdue play date with a little child.' When you hear someone is undocumented, let your first response be humanity, not fear or violence. There is enough space for all of us to win, even in a nation as broken as ours.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Straits Times
1 dead, 1 injured after dispute between neighbours in Yishun HDB block
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The police and the SCDF said they were contacted about an incident at Block 334B Yishun Street 31 at about 5.20pm on July 19. SINGAPORE - A man died and another man was conscious when taken to the hospital on July 19, with preliminary investigations pointing to a dispute between two neighbours in a Yishun HDB block. The police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they were contacted about an incident at Block 334B Yishun Street 31 at about 5.20pm. 'When officers arrived, they found an injured 53-year-old man in his residential unit and a 44-year-old man lying motionless at the foot of the block,' police said. 'Preliminary investigations revealed that the men, who are neighbours residing at the said block, were involved in a prior dispute along the corridor. Arising from the dispute, the 44-year-old man allegedly injured the 53-year-old man with a knife.' The 44-year-old man was subsequently found lying motionless at the foot of the block and was pronounced dead at the scene by an SCDF paramedic. The 53-year-old man was conscious when taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. The police said they do not suspect foul play, based on preliminary investigations. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Mindef, SAF units among those dealing with attack on S'pore's critical information infrastructure Asia How China's growing cyber-hacking capabilities have raised alarm around the world Singapore Vessels from Navy, SCDF and MPA to debut at Marina Bay in NDP maritime display Asia Autogate glitch at Malaysia's major checkpoints causes chaos for S'porean and foreign travellers Asia SIA, Scoot, Cathay Pacific cancel flights as typhoon nears Hong Kong Singapore A deadly cocktail: Easy access, lax attitudes driving Kpod scourge in S'pore Singapore 'I thought it was an April Fool's joke': Teen addicted to Kpods on news that friend died Police investigations are ongoing.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Krishna Shroff reveals father Jackie Shroff's reaction to her participation in Choriyaan Chali Gaon; calls out fake reality show personas
Actor Jackie Shroff's daughter and Tiger Shroff's sister, Krishna Shroff, is all set to participate in Zee TV's upcoming reality show Choriyaan Chali Gaon, an adaptation of the Marathi series Chala Baai Gavat. Krishna will join 11 other female contestants as they spend two and a half months living in a village, adapting to rural life and performing village-based tasks. In a recent conversation with SCREEN, Krishna shared that her father, Jackie Shroff, was the most excited about her taking on the show. She also called out fake reality show personas Sharing how her family reacted to her participation in the show, Krishna shared, 'My dad was so excited when I shared that I was doing this show. He was more excited than he has ever been compared to other projects I have done. This is what he loves. He is excited for me to come back and be able to relate to it. My brother, on the other hand, asked me if I was sure I wanted to do this. He knows the type of person I am. If I decide to do something, I give my best at it. My mom is a bit nervous, not about the experience or concept, but she will miss me. We are best friends at the end of the day, and it's 2 and a half months away, so that's going to be a first.' Also Read: Krishna Shroff opens up about her equation with Disha Patani after her alleged breakup with Tiger Shroff: 'Our relationships are completely different' Krishna Shroff, who was last seen on Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, also explained why she took a year to choose another reality show. She shared, 'It has been a year since I participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. Choosing to do these shows has shown me in a whole different light and the many layers I have in my personality. Right now, my audience is niche, because they don't fully know or understand who I am. It was a conscious decision to wait it out. With Khatron Ke Khiladi, it completely fit the brand. With this one, I don't think anything negative can come out of it.' A post shared by Zee TV (@zeetv) 'A lot of reality formats that are out these days force you to become a character that you are truly not. That takes away from the reality aspect. People come with this pre-planned objective. For me, reality is reality,' Krishna added. Lastly, sharing what she plans to do next, Krishna Shroff said, 'I enjoy doing this, but I am a business person, Tiger and I have co-founded an MMA Matrix Gym, which is doing quite well. We have signed 20 franchises pan-India now, including the dance academy that my brother has launched. Just spreading the message of fitness and propagating a healthy lifestyle for the youth is what drives me.' Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
Fashion Value Chain
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Stretch Innovation Highlights from Milano Unica 2025
At Milano Unica held last week, the global textile industry witnessed a leap forward in sustainable stretch innovations. Pioneering brands unveiled collections that married technical performance with conscious material choices—pushing the boundaries of eco-responsible design. Brugnoli introduced Naturally Explosive, a breakthrough natural-fiber fabric enhanced with TENCEL™ Modal and ROICA™ Colour Perfect™. Designed for sports and ready-to-wear, it delivers a second-skin effect and vibrant color with reduced grin-through. Their EXPLOSIVE AMNI V550 line includes degradable elastane, underlining the brand's commitment to circular solutions. Iluna Group brought elegance with purpose, showcasing premium stretch lace incorporating ROICA™ EF, Q-NOVA®, and RENCYCLE®. Over 75% recycled, the line includes printable jacquards and GRS-certified LUREX®, proving performance can be beautiful and sustainable. InnovaFabrics launched its Residual Free (RF) series combining Sensil® Biocare and ROICA™ V550. The line balances eco-impact reduction with functional performance in fabrics like I LOVE RF and LYON RF. InterJersey Milano focused on sartorial performance with Venere, Bio Nature, and Bio Context—all infused with ROICA™ V550. These fabrics offer biodegradability, UV protection, and high elasticity for applications from lingerie to beachwear. Maglificio Maggia merged luxury and tech in two new textiles: Simple Jersey and Milano Rib, blending cashmere, TENCEL™ Modal, and ROICA™ V550 for refined comfort and winter wear resilience. Maglificio Ripa emphasized craftsmanship and modern performance in four-way stretch circular knits, powered by ROICA™. Their designs, spanning sportswear to swimwear, highlight the transformative potential of stretch technology in fashion. PennSolutions impressed with technical, sports-focused fabrics made with RECO Nylon® and ROICA™ V550. Their 3D-engineered fabrics offer breathability, grip, and seamless comfort for athletic performance. Reda celebrated its 160th year with 2865, a wool fabric that shifts from suits to casualwear. Enhanced with ROICA™ V550, it represents the modern man—versatile, expressive, and mindful of his ecological impact. Sitip Group presented standout fabrics like NEW MONICA and FORCE PLX LIGHT that deliver UV protection, elasticity, and lightweight comfort. Their use of ROICA™ V550 and ECLIPSE Sun Protection blend sustainability with technical excellence. Tessitura Colombo Antonio showcased lace textiles combining heritage craftsmanship with ROICA™ fibers, balancing intimate elegance with stretch comfort for lingerie, outerwear, and socks. Across the board, Milano Unica 2025 set a new benchmark in how biodegradable, recycled, and high-performance stretch yarns are reshaping fashion.
Scoop
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Fin Rah Zel Drop Sweet Ambient Vibe With New Single + Video ‘Overthinking'
A harmonious, light and airy song with a chilled ambience, 'Overthinking' is comprised of a smooth, steady groove, strong back-beat, and good-vibe conscious lyricism – in essence, archetypal Fin Rah Zel. A collaborative effort, 'Overthinking' was written, composed, and produced by Brian with talented cohort Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio, with additional production and mixing completed by renowned producer and musician Devin Abrams (Pacific Heights, Drax Project, Shapeshifter) and finally mastered by Chris Gehringer (Lorde, Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, Dua Lipa) at Sterling Sound. A relaxed, relatable jam about suffering from a lack in confidence, further compounded by seeking validation in all the wrong places and ways, singer Brian Norton called on old memories of feeling 'less than', and how drink became the mask to hide the fear and negative thoughts that impacted him. Says Brian: 'I am a classic overthinker, probably tilted to the more chronic side. When we were writing this at Sam's studio, I was thinking back to these times in the clubs, drinking to muster up the courage to say hi to the ladies and putting way too much pressure on myself. I remember feeling so anxious and terrified when it came to approaching a girl that I was interested in, I would always think of all the potential negative outcomes and let the fear of them saying no, stop me in my tracks. Alcohol was definitely my temporary confidence booster which turned into a weekly habit. In essence, the song is really just about not having the nuts to approach the girl that you like, and masking that lack of confidence with alcohol lol.' Now an older, wiser Brian can see it for what it was, and his advice is to seek a more internalised journey, based on building yourself up from the inside - without the vizard of alcohol – in order to be authentically yourself and feel good about it! 'Looking back it was just a lack of confidence and self-belief and I think underneath all of that I was just looking for validation that I was worthy of them. If I could speak to my 18 year old self, I would tell him that he's looking for validation in the wrong environments and should just look within.' explains Brian. Fin Rah Zel are prolific creators of beautiful music matched with genuine lyrics to create a distinct blend of dreamy zen, infectious optimism, and catchy summer vibes, as evoked in their radio smash hit 'Unity' and their growing back catalogue of impressive tunes. No stranger to delivering numbers that tug at the heart-strings, Fin Rah Zel are a band that consistently reach deep within to compose songs that hit all the feels, full of gentle, heartfelt grooves and warm-hearted uplifting messages of connection, love and hope. Listen out for more new music to come from Fin Rah Zel, their music is medicine for the soul!
